Heavy Equipment Operator- SW

Facilities, Maintenance, and Repair

This position operates heavy equipment in the repair and maintenance of City stormwater infrastructure.

Essential Functions

• Operates heavy equipment in the maintenance and repair of the storm water system; operates a loader, skid steer, backhoe, dump truck, excavator, street sweeper, etc.
• Unloads and loads equipment for transport.
• Installs and removes storm pipes; repairs potholes, trenches, and curbs; digs trenches for the installation of pipes; and cleans debris and trash out of storm sewers, catch basins, and drains.
• Assists in masonry work, such as building headwalls, retaining walls, and catch basins. Grades; prepares forms; pours and finishes concrete in the installation of curbs, catch basins, and other stormwater structures.
• Operates a variety of hand and power tools, including a chainsaw, weed eater, back-pack blower, etc.
• Assists in traffic control at work sites.
• Performs pre- and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections; ensures vehicle and equipment maintenance and cleaning; and reports mechanical or other defects to Crew Leader or Supervisor.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Cut and prunes trees; trims shrubbery; remove brush; and sweeps streets.
• Maintains detention ponds.
• Locates underground utilities.
• Responds to after-hours and weather-related emergencies.
• Must attend specialized training, including safety training, as required by management.
• Performs related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge Required by the Position

• Knowledge of the techniques, equipment, and supplies used in drainage system construction and maintenance.
• Knowledge of City and departmental safety policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the geography of the City, including street names and locations.
• Knowledge of safe work policies and procedures.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of specialized equipment, tools and machinery, including an excavator, loader, bulldozer, backhoe, street sweeper, and dump truck.
• Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral communication.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively in a workplace of dignity and respect.

Supervisory Controls

The supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

Guidelines

Guidelines include traffic laws, the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, work safety policies, OSHA requirements, and City policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

Complexity/Scope of Work

• The work consists of related equipment operation duties. Inclement weather and heavy traffic contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to operate heavy equipment in the maintenance of City drainage systems. Successful performance contributes to the provision of a safe and well-maintained City infrastructure.

Contacts

• Contacts are typically with coworkers, contractors, and the general public.
• Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguishes between shades of color.
• The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

Supervisory and Management Responsibility

This position may have functional supervision over assigned personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a State of Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B or Non-Commercial Driver's License Class F within 6 months of date of hire.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a Georgia Department of Transportation Flagging Certificate.